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Transport Supervisor

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Posted on Jul 9, 2026 by CV-Library
Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Logistics
Immediate Start
£35k - £42k Annual
Temporary
Transport Supervisor

Location: Cheltenham
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 DOE
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Keep the Wheels Turning!

Are you an experienced Transport Supervisor, Logistics Supervisor, Fleet Supervisor, or Transport Coordinator looking for your next challenge?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly respected business that has built an outstanding reputation over several decades. Operating across the UK and internationally, they deliver specialist equipment and services to some of the country's biggest events, commercial organisations and public sector clients.

Their success is built on innovation, teamwork and delivering exceptional customer service-and now they're looking for an organised and proactive Transport Supervisor to join their Cheltenham operation.

If you enjoy planning, problem-solving and leading a busy transport operation where no two days are ever the same, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As the Transport Supervisor, you'll oversee the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring deliveries and collections are completed safely, efficiently and on time.

Working closely with the Head of Fleet, you'll lead drivers, coordinate transport schedules, manage subcontractors and help keep the fleet operating at peak performance.

This role would also suit candidates with experience as a Fleet Supervisor, Logistics Supervisor, Transport Planner, Fleet Controller, Transport Operations Supervisor or Logistics Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate daily transport schedules and vehicle routing.
Manage and support company drivers and subcontracted transport providers.
Optimise routes to improve fleet utilisation and reduce operating costs.
Ensure compliance with UK transport legislation, driver regulations and Health & Safety standards.
Coordinate vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs.
Liaise with customers to provide delivery updates and resolve transport queries.
Monitor transport performance, delivery KPIs and fleet efficiency.
Produce reports on fleet utilisation, costs and operational performance.
Maintain accurate transport records and compliance documentation.
Work with senior management to identify and implement continuous improvements.

About You

You'll have previous experience in a Transport Supervisor, Fleet Supervisor, Logistics Supervisor, Transport Planner, Fleet Controller or similar transport and logistics role.

You'll also have:

Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation and compliance.
Experience managing drivers, fleet operations and daily transport planning.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Strong communication and customer service abilities.
Confidence using Microsoft Office and Transport Management Systems (TMS).
The ability to remain calm and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
A full UK driving licence.

Desirable Skills

Transport Manager CPC.
Driver CPC or HGV licence.
Experience within equipment hire, events, facilities management or specialist logistics.
Knowledge of fleet telematics, GPS tracking and transport planning software.

What's on Offer?

Salary of £35,000 - £42,000, depending on experience.
Monday to Friday working hours (8:30am - 5:00pm).
A supportive and collaborative team environment.
The opportunity to join a growing, market-leading business with an excellent reputation.
A varied and rewarding role where you'll make a genuine impact on daily operations.
Long-term career development opportunities.If you're an experienced Transport Supervisor, Fleet Supervisor, Transport Planner, Logistics Supervisor, Transport Operations Supervisor or Fleet Controller looking for your next opportunity in Cheltenham, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Thanks for your application. Due to the high level of responses we are currently receiving, whilst we endeavour to contact everyone, sometimes we are unable to. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of making your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion

Reference: 225350245

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Transport Supervisor

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Posted on Jul 9, 2026 by CV-Library

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Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Logistics
Immediate Start
£35k - £42k Annual
Temporary
Transport Supervisor

Location: Cheltenham
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 DOE
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Keep the Wheels Turning!

Are you an experienced Transport Supervisor, Logistics Supervisor, Fleet Supervisor, or Transport Coordinator looking for your next challenge?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly respected business that has built an outstanding reputation over several decades. Operating across the UK and internationally, they deliver specialist equipment and services to some of the country's biggest events, commercial organisations and public sector clients.

Their success is built on innovation, teamwork and delivering exceptional customer service-and now they're looking for an organised and proactive Transport Supervisor to join their Cheltenham operation.

If you enjoy planning, problem-solving and leading a busy transport operation where no two days are ever the same, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As the Transport Supervisor, you'll oversee the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring deliveries and collections are completed safely, efficiently and on time.

Working closely with the Head of Fleet, you'll lead drivers, coordinate transport schedules, manage subcontractors and help keep the fleet operating at peak performance.

This role would also suit candidates with experience as a Fleet Supervisor, Logistics Supervisor, Transport Planner, Fleet Controller, Transport Operations Supervisor or Logistics Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate daily transport schedules and vehicle routing.
Manage and support company drivers and subcontracted transport providers.
Optimise routes to improve fleet utilisation and reduce operating costs.
Ensure compliance with UK transport legislation, driver regulations and Health & Safety standards.
Coordinate vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs.
Liaise with customers to provide delivery updates and resolve transport queries.
Monitor transport performance, delivery KPIs and fleet efficiency.
Produce reports on fleet utilisation, costs and operational performance.
Maintain accurate transport records and compliance documentation.
Work with senior management to identify and implement continuous improvements.

About You

You'll have previous experience in a Transport Supervisor, Fleet Supervisor, Logistics Supervisor, Transport Planner, Fleet Controller or similar transport and logistics role.

You'll also have:

Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation and compliance.
Experience managing drivers, fleet operations and daily transport planning.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Strong communication and customer service abilities.
Confidence using Microsoft Office and Transport Management Systems (TMS).
The ability to remain calm and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
A full UK driving licence.

Desirable Skills

Transport Manager CPC.
Driver CPC or HGV licence.
Experience within equipment hire, events, facilities management or specialist logistics.
Knowledge of fleet telematics, GPS tracking and transport planning software.

What's on Offer?

Salary of £35,000 - £42,000, depending on experience.
Monday to Friday working hours (8:30am - 5:00pm).
A supportive and collaborative team environment.
The opportunity to join a growing, market-leading business with an excellent reputation.
A varied and rewarding role where you'll make a genuine impact on daily operations.
Long-term career development opportunities.If you're an experienced Transport Supervisor, Fleet Supervisor, Transport Planner, Logistics Supervisor, Transport Operations Supervisor or Fleet Controller looking for your next opportunity in Cheltenham, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Thanks for your application. Due to the high level of responses we are currently receiving, whilst we endeavour to contact everyone, sometimes we are unable to. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of making your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion
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Reference: 225350245

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